Yields4 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time30 mins
½cupsliced almonds
½cuplite poppy seed dressing
1 ½tbspfresh lemon juice
1tsplemon zest
1 ¼lbsboneless, skinless chicken breasts
2tsproasted garlic & herb seasoning
3romaine hearts, chopped
1avocado, peeled, pitted and diced
½small red onion, thinly sliced
1cupfresh blueberries
1
Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. In large skillet, cook and stir almonds over medium heat 5 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant; transfer to plate to cool.
2
In medium bowl, stir dressing, lemon juice and zest; cover and refrigerate.
3
Sprinkle chicken with seasoning and place on hot grill rack; cover and cook 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°, turning once; transfer to cutting board and slice.
4
Divide romaine, avocado, onion, blueberries, almonds and chicken over 4 plates; serve with dressing
Fill-up with fiber: Many grains come in microwaveable pouches, so you can add some hearty flavor to your salad, without adding heat to kitchen! Serve it up right on top of the salad for even more fiber and B vitamins.
Make it Gluten Free: Dependent on using Gluten Free dressing and seasoning.
Ingredients
½cupsliced almonds
½cuplite poppy seed dressing
1 ½tbspfresh lemon juice
1tsplemon zest
1 ¼lbsboneless, skinless chicken breasts
2tsproasted garlic & herb seasoning
3romaine hearts, chopped
1avocado, peeled, pitted and diced
½small red onion, thinly sliced
1cupfresh blueberries
Directions
1
Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. In large skillet, cook and stir almonds over medium heat 5 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant; transfer to plate to cool.
2
In medium bowl, stir dressing, lemon juice and zest; cover and refrigerate.
3
Sprinkle chicken with seasoning and place on hot grill rack; cover and cook 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°, turning once; transfer to cutting board and slice.
4
Divide romaine, avocado, onion, blueberries, almonds and chicken over 4 plates; serve with dressing
Notes
Chicken and Blueberry Salad with Creamy Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
